A boil, also known as a furuncle, is a swollen, pus-filled growth on the skin that occurs when bacteria—even those normally found on your body—infect a group of hair follicles. Boils commonly develop ...

Boils are painful, pus-filled lumps that have a knack for popping up in the most uncomfortable spots, including the pubic area. Shaving pubic hair Not exactly the topic of polite conversation, but hey ...

Mark Gurarie is a writer covering health topics, technology, music, books, and culture. He also teaches health science and research writing at George Washington University's School of Medical and ...